Hopkinton police chief says thanks for Marathon start success

HOPKINTON – Hopkinton Police Chief Edward Lee is thanking all residents and guests who attended the start of the Boston Marathon.

He said people’s compliance and cooperation help make the event “such a success.”

“I am proud to say that even with the added security, the resilient people of this community did not let anything hamper their joy of the Marathon, keeping with their traditions,” Lee wrote in a letter dated April 29.

He said working together as community will help make the Hopkinton Police Department more efficient and better prepared in years to come.

“That is why I encourage anyone to contact me at the police department with any concerns or suggestions,” Lee wrote. “Your input is appreciated.”

At Tuesday’s night’s selectmen meeting, Tom Grilk, executive director of the Boston Athletic Association thanked public safety officials in town for their work preparing for the Marathon.

On behalf of the organization, he gave them framed entry bibs to the 2014 Boston Marathon with their names on them.